Living Gluten Free and doing it Mary Jane Style!
Be a part, Join Gluten Free Farmgirls!
I've started Gluten Free Farmgirls to raise awareness about Celiac Disease, to share tip tricks and recipes, to help anyone who is struggling with a gluten free diet, and to learn from those much more knowledgeable than me.
If you're gluten free or have anyone in your life that is you know it can be a struggle and a half! BUT, it doesn't need to be that way! It's simply a bump in the road!
I've been Celiac since 2001 - I'm group leader for one of our local Hospital's Celiac Information Group and I attend 4 of the surrounding group meetings as often as I can each month ... there is a wealth of information out there whether it be on the disease, on great pre-made items to choose from, where the best prices are and/or tips on how to bake it yourself (which, to me, normally tastes better anyway!) A little more about me can be found under the tab to the left "meet the herbalist" or under the other bio marked Weedy Ways at: http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/forum.asp?FORUM_ID=226 , if you'd like to read more -
ANYONE is welcome to join Gluten Free Farmgirls, become a member of the chapter and let's have some fun! Fill out a member bio at the following link:( http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/forum.asp?FORUM_ID=226 ) with some information you'd like to share and then send me an e-mail (WeedyWays@yahoo.com) that you did a bio and we'll get some additional information from you, your ideas, projects and topics moving - It's a goal we can work at together, awareness is the key to knowledge when it come to Celiac Disease and gluten free living!
This adventure is meant to be fun and helpful for all of us. It a place where we share common grounds and values. JOIN IN! I'll keep you posted on events around me (Northeast Ohio) as I know about them and you can post events around you ... who knows who is traveling, planning to move or just looking for a celiac/gluten free event.
Do you know Mary Jane offers a Gluten Free Flour Mix? Check it out - follow this link: http://shopping.maryjanesfarm.org/s.nl;jsessionid=0a0101421f43259f56f2514044e9b5b39e6edec0ce17.e3eSc3iSaN0Le34Pa38Ta38Qahf0?it=A&id=1719
Do you have a favorite recipe? Let's share!! My website is where I've complied some of my favorite recipes - I'm still working on adding them to it (someday I'll get caught up!) Check it out if you'd like through the tabs to the left at the top of this page.
January 30, 2010 - Watkins' Specials for February by Lynn especially for Mary Jane's Farmgirls! 3 specials that can be taken advantage of , separately or in combination....
1. If one would like place a large order or get a group order together, an order that is over $150.00 (which is the point FREE shipping kicks in) I will send a $10.00 Gift Certificate. $150.00 sounds like a lot - but in reality, with the quality and quantities of Watkins Products, it’s not ... Tried and true products since 1868! Natural products with proper certifications - what a great way to take care of yourself and the environment! It's easy to get set up as a customer so you can shop our online catalog any time by phone or online.
* Cooking has never been more fun than when you use good quality products – vanilla, cinnamon, ‘sneezeless’ pepper, spices, ready mixes, etc.
* Gluten Free options, Special Dietary Considerations lists – such as Dairy, MSG, Salt, Sugar and Kosher – to make shopping easy!
* Personal Care items from natural apothecary to lip care, lotions, body wash, shampoo and more!
* Natural Cleaning products – from personal experience, easy to use with asthma issues without trouble. They smell as good as they work!!
2. If one would like to become an associate, I will send them a $10 gift certificate to someone who joins and buys the WYH kit within 60 days; Or will offer a $10 gift certificate if the new associate does 500 points on their own within their first month. With a start-up of only $39.95, it's a great way to supplement income as times are tough everywhere and it is a great way to earn income on items used everyday - while getting a discount for yourself as well! You'll be able to start your business off strong with our brand new Membership Package and you will then have an option to choose one (or all) of the optional Watkins Business Assortments – based on your individual needs! As an Associate you will receive an exclusive discount on your personal Watkins purchases, plus bonus income on the products you use, sell and the products sold by those you bring into the Watkins family.
3. If there is anyone who would like to earn income for a nonprofit group (this acts like a fundraiser) I will help them manage the details and web maintenance for the year. Nonprofit Organizations can join Watkins and create a steady stream of income from the purchases of their supporters. There are no start-up fees and Nonprofit Organizations receive a free web site for supporters to read about the organization’s goals and activities, and then to purchase Watkins Quality products that they use everyday in order to support the cause.
Farmgirls, to take advantage of the specials for February 2010 – you must place your orders on line through my Watkins site at www.WatkinsOnLine.com/LynnMcGinnis AND send me a note via the “Request Catalog” link along the left hand side of the Watkins page, that includes your farmgirl number.
Please note, if you’re not a Mary Jane’s Farmgirl and would like to take advantage of these specials please contact me to find what it’s all about! (Click on the “request catalog’ link to send me a note)
Talk to you soon!
January 9, 2010
Happy New Year !! Happy and Safe eating !!
Mary Janes Farm Magazine has a great insert for Organic Gluten Free Valentine's Day!
Be sure to get your copy and/or check out the website for details!
Gluten Free is not a fad, it won't go away and there are more of us living with it everyday! As we stick together, share tips and talk more it becomes easier for each of us to cope. Remember, each one of us is different in the way gluten takes hold of us and each one of us has varying degree of complications from gluten.
If in doubt, go without! Don't eat or use it if you are unable to verify the ingredients and/or cross contamination factors are favorable. Once gluten is consumed damage to the small intestine occurs, whether or not symptoms are present.
December 14, 2009
The Holidays are here and soon to be over before we blink!
I am sending Christmas greetings to all ... Many blessings of love, hope, strength and health! Enjoy your holidays, whatever event it is that you celebrate, and have a wonderful New Year!
Cheers, to 2010!
August 15, 2009
Time has been flying by!
It's a beautiful summer day here in Ohio ... the temperature is hot and the humidity is moderate, the sun is shining and the farmer's market was amazing this morning downtown! My purchases included: yellow squash, yellow zuchinni, zuchinni, red and white onions, cherry tomatoes as well as a nice slicing one, red and green cabbage, blackberries, bluberries and some green beans. I am starving right now, so I'm excited to get into the kitchen soon!
Anyone Gluten Free and willing to travel to Columbus, Ohio should check out Nationwide Children's Hosptial website for their annual Celiac Conference on November 7, 2009. For the small cost of the registration it's an entire day of priceless information, recipes, fun and shopping - gluten free style! It's always a good time to see people you know, meet new people and enjoy being in one place that is gluten free without worries - eat, learn, laugh and be happy!!!
A week ago I was at the Medina County Fair with Watkin's Products ... many people were interested in gluten free and there were several with children who have recently been diagnosed Celiac. I handed out many brochures and talked a lot so I hope that a little more awareness is out there and someone's life has been made a little easier.
Have a wonderful weekend and safe eating!
Be sure to check out Gluten Free Farmgirls: http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=891 and learn more about Mary Janes Farm at http://www.maryjanesfarm.com/
June 26, 2009
Check out the site !! There's lots of information of all kinds! Join in - add your note, start a new discussion ... Awareness of celiac disease is needed throughout our communities ~ the more we talk the more the community hears and the easier it is to shop, dine and play outside our personal safety zones.
Here's a link that will take you directly to Gluten Free Farmgirls: http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=891
I hope to see you there ... I look forward to meeting and sharing with you!
June 5, 2009
Mary Jane's Farm has opened an entire new world of friends and great people ... each time I read an article or a blog or I talk or email someone I get more excited about life and see the good side of the world ... which we all normally miss as we go through our daily lives at such a fast pace!
There is much good to grasp and it's obtainable by a simple change of attitude and a slight modification of our live's events. "We live in a tough rough world ... make the best of your surroundings and people you associate with to make it enjoyable with lots of love!"
Click HERE to find out more about Mary Janes Farm and Gluten Free Farmgirls!
and remember ~ We're all farmgirls at heart ~ it doesn't matter what size your garden is, what type of home you live in or where you're located!
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Living Gluten Free is not a prison sentence ... it's a chance to eat healthier and learn to grow in many directions while experiencing new flavors and products!
I've created the Gluten Free Farmgirls Chapter at Mary Jane's Farm to help those who may be struggling and to talk with others who live gluten free (like me) - tips, tricks, recipes and news are always welcome and encouraged as new ideas and products pop up everday! The information will be posted soon on the chapter through Mary Jane's Farm site (see link above).
You can find out more through this website (WeedyWays.com), many products are offered and lots of information is tucked throughout the pages - much more coming as time permits me!
I'm looking forward to chatting with you!
Safe Eating,
Lynn